Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)vsWaste Management Inc (WM)
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$42.85
+2.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.47B
WM
Waste Management Inc
$213.46
-0.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waste Management Inc generates 268% more annual revenue ($25.67B vs $6.97B). WM leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs -2.9%. WM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
GFL
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
WM
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GFL.
Margin of Safety
-87.6%
Fair Value
$113.80
Current Price
$213.46
$99.66 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.6x book value
4.0% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFL
The strongest argument for GFL centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WM
The strongest argument for WM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WM
The primary concerns for WM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFL profiles as a growth stock while WM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GFL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
GFL is growing revenue faster at 16.3% — sustainability is the question.
WM generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WM scores higher overall (58/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
GFL Environmental Inc. is a diversified environmental services company in Canada and the United States. The company is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada.
Visit Website →Waste Management Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Waste Management, Inc. is an American waste management, comprehensive waste, and environmental services company in North America. Founded in 1968, the company is headquartered 800 Capitol in Houston, Texas.
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